Trumpeter 01679 Russian MiG-31 Foxhound 1/72 – plastic model kit

The Trumpeter 01679 Russian MiG-31 Foxhound model in 1/72 scale is an accurate miniature of one of the most famous Soviet and Russian interceptor fighters, the legendary MiG-31 with the NATO designation "Foxhound". Developed as the successor to the MiG-25 "Foxbat," the prototype MiG-31 (Ye-155MP) took to the skies on September 16, 1975, and the aircraft entered service in 1982. This machine was designed specifically for the needs of the Soviet Air Defence Force, providing effective protection of the USSR's airspace against strategic bombers and cruise missiles during the Cold War and in the decades that followed.

The MiG-31 is known as the heaviest serially produced fighter in the world. Thanks to its robust construction and two powerful D-30-F6 engines, it reaches speeds of up to Mach 2.8 at high altitudes, and its advanced radar allowed it to detect and simultaneously track multiple targets, making it one of the most formidable interceptors of the Cold War era and beyond. These aircraft remain in service today in Russia and Kazakhstan, with the number produced exceeding 300 units.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of use: USSR, Russia, Kazakhstan
• Service period: Cold War, modern times (1982–present)
• Material: high-quality plastic, no metal, resin, or photo-etched parts included
• Number of parts: over 340 parts, 19 sprues, and lower fuselage section
• Dimensions after assembly: length 314.6 mm, wingspan 186.9 mm
• Product category: plastic aircraft model kit
• Recommendation: This kit is recommended for both intermediate and advanced modelers; due to its complexity and number of details, it is ideal for enthusiasts of modern military aviation and collectors of Russian aircraft technology.
• Difficulty level: 4/5 – the model requires experience with a large number of parts and precision in assembly and painting.

Trumpeter 01679 Russian MiG-31 Foxhound 1/72 is an excellent choice for lovers of realistic aircraft models and for those who want to expand their collection with a unique model of a Cold War era interceptor giant. Thanks to its accurate detailing, this model will provide many hours of satisfying work and a stunning final effect on any collector's shelf.